English Explanatory Dictionary

bracelet

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A band or chain worn around the wrist as jewelry/jewellery or an ornament.
  2. The strap of a wristwatch, used to secure it around the wrist.
  3. A piece of defensive armour for the arm.
verb
  1. To surround with, or as if with, a bracelet; to ring or encompass.

Pronunciation

/ˈbɹeɪslət/ /ˈbɹeɪslɪt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-bracelet.wav

Word forms

bracelet bracelets braceleting braceletting braceleted braceletted

Etymology

From Old French bracelet, diminutive form of bras (“arm”).

Synonyms

wristband watchband watchstrap

Related words

armband bangle -let

Derived words

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